And only those who still believe in god do not grow corrupt, but learn to rise above the hate and become peaceful. We’ve become to grow more corrupt and more hateful. And because we are at that point where we judge on every aspect of a human that is different from us, we have become angry and hateful beings. And because they see others who do still have faith in god they portray them as monsters that should be executed or banished. And the “nothing left” part of this song is saying that there is hardly any faith left in god and people believe they are alone and fragile in this world. “This song is basically slapping you in the face saying you need to see what horrible people we have become, where we shun others who are different from us, instead of treating them like a normal human being. I believe this song is addressing humanity as a whole and not just Christians since we aren’t the only ones that can fall into an almost robotic mold.”ģ. Only through struggle are we able to break this mold and have the machine in our chest removed. I think it is about how the world wants to take each individual and conform him into a robot with gears that turn to make emotions and assembled thoughts. “I think there is more than JUST being deceived about love. Through Struggle (Shadows Are Security, 2005) I think this song is them letting the persecutors know that they are not afraid to “walk alone”.Ĥ. Especially, among the metal community these guys get a lot of grief for not being ashamed of their faith. As a whole it is describing the trials and tribulations of being Christian. “I don’t really think the song needs to be broken down verse by verse. Amazing song for those who are going through some love problems and for fans who just love an amazing metal song!”ĥ. “The guitar parts are amazing to listen to… the vocals are spine tingling and the depth of the song and the meaning in heart crushing. Forever (As I Lay Dying / American Tragedy, 2002) This interpretation also seems to fit better with the themes of the album as a whole.”ġ5. The many millions suffering from starvation and war in other countries are indeed “trapped by obscurity” as so few seem to truly care about and identify with their struggle. consuming everything, all without producing sustenance. I am a walking contradiction that's found consistency. Never starving yet never quite satisfied. For example, those who “will never share our blood” might also be people suffering in the third world. We are overfed and under.undernourished, yearning for something more. It could also be speaking about those suffering outside of our “ties of blood” here in America. “I don’t think this necessarily must be interpreted through the lens of abortion.
It’s about Tim accepting full responsibility for everything he did that triggered his imprisonment, the band’s hiatus, and the trauma he caused everyone as a result of his selfish actions, despite that he believed he was on the cusp of crafting an empire with his band.” This is when we must stay strong and walk tall, even in the midst of all of the chaos.“This is the most straightforward song this band has ever written. Many times in this world, we walk alone because our words fall on deaf ears. This is a song about the reality of being a Christian. I could not imagine a world without you.” Your acts of service for the kingdom are greatly appreciated.įavorite Lyric – “I’m better able to live because you are alive. This song is a dedication to all of the mentors out there. This song is also off of the latest album, Awakened. Without acknowledgment they’re made less than human.”
It is nice to see bands out there defending those helpless little ones.įavorite Lyric – “Condemned without given a chance to speak.
Abortion is murder in God’s eyes and this band is defending the unborn. This song touches on the sensitive area of abortion.
Matthew 6:24 – “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other.” There is an awesome solo in this one also.įavorite Lyric – “I am a walking contradiction that’s found consistency consuming everything, all without producing sustenance.”
We have to choose to be servants instead of pleasing ourselves. We all live in a world of “self” and “servant”. This is the perfect song for all Christians.